Hi I am 53 & female. I went into menopause at age 43. I quit smoking 2 & 1/2 years ago due to stage 1 emphysema. My heart is in great shape & my Total Cholesterol ratio to HDL is 2.4. I exercise moderately & eat well. For years now I have edema, bruises that won,t go away and sometimes really small red spots in my shin area. I am 5" 3' and 165 with 35 inch waist. What is causing this. I have asked my doctor but they don't know. It comes and goes for months at a time but lately seems to be here to stay. Thanks for you input.